DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026: Eligibility, Stipend & Speed Post Application Guide
Bahut accha avsar hai engineering and science students! The Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur — a DRDO laboratory in Balasore, Odisha responsible for missile and weapons system flight testing — has invited applications for its Paid Internship Scheme 2026. Total 27 internship slots are open across five engineering branches plus M.Sc. Physics. Selected interns earn a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000 and get hands-on exposure to one of India’s most important missile testing ranges.
The application window closes on 25 June 2026 and the internship begins on 20 July 2026. Selection is purely on academic merit plus an online/telephone interaction — no written exam. If you are a final-year B.Tech / M.Tech student in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering — or final-year M.Sc. Physics — and want to work alongside DRDO scientists, this is your chance. This article walks you through eligibility, stipend, the Speed-Post-only application route, and all required documents. Read carefully and apply on time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector updates.
Key Highlights — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
ITR Chandipur is the premier DRDO Integrated Test Range located on the Odisha coast, conducting flight trials of missiles, UAVs and weapon systems. The 6-month paid internship offers students a chance to assist real-world defence engineering projects.
- Post Name: Paid Intern (B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc. Final Year)
- Total Vacancies: 27 (indicative — common pool across 6 streams)
- Stipend: Rs 5,000 per month (Rs 30,000 total for 6 months)
- Job Location: ITR, Chandipur — 756025, Balasore, Odisha
- Internship Period: 20 July 2026 to 19 January 2027 (6 months)
- Last Date to Apply: 25 June 2026 (by Speed Post)
Vacancy Breakdown — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
| Post | Eligible Streams | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Paid Intern | 6 Streams (Engg + M.Sc. Physics) | 27 |
The 27 vacancies are a common pool — ITR will allocate slots branch-wise based on academic merit and active research projects. The number is indicative and may be revised.
Eligibility Criteria — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
Educational Qualification
You must be currently in your final year B.Tech / M.Tech in one of the engineering branches below, OR final-year M.Sc. Physics from a recognised Indian University/Institute:
- Electronics / ECE — desirable specialisation in Communication / Microwave / VLSI / Networking
- Electrical Engineering — desirable specialisation in Power / Control Systems
- Computer Science Engineering — desirable in AI-ML / IT / Data Analytics / Cyber Security / Computer Vision & Image Processing
- Mechanical Engineering — desirable in Production Technology
- Aerospace Engineering — desirable in Flight Dynamics & Control
- M.Sc. Physics — desirable specialisation in Atmospheric Physics
A good academic track record is essential. The recommendation letter from the Principal/Director is mandatory. See more such openings on our engineering government jobs page.
Age Limit
The notification does not specify any age limit. Eligibility is based on your current academic status as a final-year B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc. student.
What is the Stipend (Monthly Salary) for DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026?
ITR follows the standard DRDO stipend structure with strict attendance conditions.
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 5,000
- Total Stipend (6 Months): Rs 30,000
- Payment Schedule: Two instalments — 1st after completing 3 months, 2nd at the end of 6 months
- Attendance Rule: Minimum 15 working days per month physical attendance is mandatory
- Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to intern’s account
Total in-hand stipend works out to Rs 30,000 over six months, paid only on completion and attendance compliance.
Subsidised canteen: Interns may use the ITR wet canteen at subsidised rates for lunch, tea, snacks. However, no boarding, lodging, transport or accommodation is provided — students must arrange their own stay in Chandipur/Balasore.
What is the Selection Process for DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026?
Selection is a simple two-step merit process:
- Academic Shortlisting: Based on previous semester marks/CGPA and Principal/Director’s reference letter
- Online or Telephonic Interaction: Shortlisted students invited for a brief discussion via VC/phone
- Final Selection: Merit-based; selected students notified by email on 6 July 2026
No entrance test. No formal interview. The reference letter from your Principal/Director is mandatory for “highly deserving meritorious students” — without this, your application may not be shortlisted. Browse our preparation strategy page for general interview tips.
How to Apply for DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026?
Application is offline by Speed Post only — no email applications, no online portal. Keep ready: filled application form, all previous semester mark-sheets, Aadhaar copy, college ID, Principal/Director reference letter on letterhead, and brief bio-data under 300 words.
- Download the application format from the official notification PDF (Essential Links below)
- Fill the application form completely with personal, academic and project preference details
- Obtain reference letter from Principal/Director on college letterhead
- Prepare your bio-data in under 300 words highlighting academic and project achievements
- Attach copies of all marksheets, Aadhaar, college ID and recent photograph
- Place all documents in an envelope superscribed: “Application for Paid Internship at ITR, Chandipur”
- Send by Speed Post to: The Director, Integrated Test Range (ITR), DRDO, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha — 756025 (Kind Attn: HRD)
- Ensure your application reaches before the deadline — late or email applications will not be considered
Important Dates — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Speed Post) | 25 June 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 06 July 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Internship End Date | 19 January 2027 |
Application Fees — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
Application is completely free of cost. Speed Post charges will be borne by the candidate.
Essential Links — DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit DRDO Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
Dear final-year students, with 27 open slots at one of India’s most prestigious missile test ranges, this DRDO ITR Chandipur internship is a serious resume booster — and one that puts you next to working scientists in defence engineering. With the 25 June 2026 Speed-Post deadline approaching fast, get your application packet ready today and dispatch it well before the cut-off. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector recruitment and DRDO internship updates.